Job#: 3041721 Job Description: Manufacturing Technician III
Location: Baldwin Park, CA (100% Onsite)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM PST (40 hours/week)
Compensation: $32-$34.50/hour on W2
Employment Type: Contract
About the Role
Apex Systems is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Technician III to support manufacturing operations, equipment maintenance, and production activities for an innovative technology-driven organization in Baldwin Park, CA. This position will work closely with engineering and operations teams to maintain critical manufacturing equipment, troubleshoot mechanical systems, support production processes, and assist with continuous improvement initiatives.
The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, experience working with HVAC and vacuum systems, and the ability to diagnose and resolve equipment issues in a manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
- Support manufacturing operations, production activities, and equipment uptime.
- Inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain vacuum chambers, vacuum pumps, cryogenic pumps, and related systems.
- Ensure vacuum chambers are properly sealed, leak-free, and operating within specifications.
- Monitor, inspect, and troubleshoot compressors, cooling systems, and water lines.
- Install, replace, and repair tubing, fittings, clamps, and mechanical components.
- Assist engineers with equipment setup, calibration, testing, and process improvement initiatives.
- Perform assembly, disassembly, rework, and repair of parts, components, subassemblies, and production equipment.
- Conduct routine equipment checks, record readings, and identify out-of-spec conditions.
- Support custom fabrication projects, including simple fixtures, tables, racks, and equipment modifications.
- Assist with troubleshooting manufacturing process issues and equipment failures.
- Follow safety procedures when working around sensitive materials and manufacturing equipment.
- Work effectively in environments that may include confined spaces, elevated work areas, and industrial noise levels.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 2-4+ years of experience in manufacturing maintenance, equipment maintenance, facilities maintenance, mechanical technician, or related technical roles.
- Experience with HVAC systems and mechanical equipment maintenance.
- Familiarity with vacuum chambers, vacuum systems, mechanical pumps, or cryogenic pumps.
- Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical equipment issues.
- Hands-on experience working with tubing, fittings, cooling systems, or water lines.
- Ability to use hand tools and perform mechanical assembly and disassembly.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to lift and move equipment and materials as needed.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Basic understanding of physics and mechanical principles.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with refrigeration systems.
- Experience maintaining air compressors and compressed air systems.
- Familiarity with gloveboxes, clean manufacturing environments, or controlled process equipment.
- Soldering experience.
- Basic welding experience.
- Electrical troubleshooting experience and ability to follow simple wiring diagrams.
- Experience supporting semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, laboratory, industrial, or high-tech production environments.
Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will be a hands-on technician who enjoys troubleshooting equipment, diagnosing mechanical issues, and supporting manufacturing operations. Individuals with experience in maintenance, facilities, manufacturing equipment support, HVAC, vacuum systems, compressors, or industrial mechanical systems are highly encouraged to apply.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
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